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60 babysitters are listed in Peekskill, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Peekskill, NY
Hi, my name is Maria. I am a hardworking mom of 4, who are now starting their own families. I have spent my early years raising my own children as well as my nieces and nephews, and of course my soon to be 1-year-old granddaughter. I am focused, caring, outgoing, and punctual.
Amber A.
Peekskill, NY
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is amber! Im a new grad with a degree in biology! I've had several successful jobs here on this platform! Feel free to check out my reviews! I love children, have a car and willing to do housekeeping duties! I'm a NYS EMT, and have worked at a level 1 hospital for pediatrics and adult so I'm CPR certified. Hope to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caitlin W.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Caitlin, I'm a former graduate and have some extra time on my hands. Learning from both perspectives, I went from being a camper to a camp counselor over the past summers. Building on my skills of supervision, time management and creative play. For as long as I known, watching over children has been a normal for...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin was such a great babysitter! She watched my two boys 5 and under and they love her! We can not wait for her to come back from college so we can see her again!"
Lina M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emily, a 22-year-old college student. I've worked with kids for the past 4 years, 2 years in an afterschool program, and 2 years as a nanny. I enjoy working with kids, engaging in educational, fun crafts and activities, and helping them achieve their developmental milestones! Kids are constantly learning, and exploring...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been with my family for over a year. She comes Monday-Friday at 5:45 am to get my two children (ages 8 and 10) up, ready, and off to different schools. She also has cared for them during their school breaks. She plays with them, makes cookies with them,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily. I'm a freshman at the University of Maryland and am looking for a summer babysitting job!
I'd describe myself as responsible and caring. I love spending time with kids, making them happy and having fun.
I am fully vaccinated and I have my own car.
I hope to hear from you!!!
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Lily is reliable and punctual. She did the morning drop off for my daughter for 2 weeks (she helped cover the gap when the regular sitter left unexpectedly). She was also able to accommodate us and drive my son to his school at a day's notice. She is honest and...
Maria I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jasmin. I am a graduate of Dominican College. I have worked in a preschool daycare for over a year now, and I also have been a summer counselor for 2 years. I have also been a full time nanny for almost 2 years ! I am a reliable trusting person who loves working with kids.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is very sweet, gentle and fun! My children were always fed, happy, took baths, and were in bed, when I arrived home. She always arrived on time, and has always been available when I needed her. She allowed me to go out, stress free...knowing my children...
Teresa M.
Lidia O.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I am 24 years old and have a Bachelors degree in Psychology.
As of September 2023, I will be attending Graduate school for Social Services.
I have worked as a Behavioral Specialist in a therapeutic Foster Care agency for 1 year.
My role involved helping fostered children/youth to improve behavioral concerns. I...
Lidia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
4.8
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Keyla. I go to Monroe college in New Rochelle . I live in Mount Vernon NY. I am studying criminal justice and later on will be going to law school . I am Dominican and I speak Spanish . I am very good with kids and a great babysitter . I have work with a lot of different family and age group kids from babies to...
Keyla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Keyla is amazing with our very active, train obsessed son. He is often shy about caregivers but not Keyla!! We hired her when we first got here based on her great reviews and references and they're all true! She also shows up rain, shine or blizzard!! We love Keyla...
Danielle F.
5.0
(3)
My love for children started at a very young age. At the age of 12, I knew a lot and began babysitting for family members and people in my neighborhood. As I got older, I became a pharmacy tech and would babysit in my spare time. Now I have a 5 and 10-year-old and understand how hard it is to get/afford childcare, plus trust...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Hailey was a great babysitter for my 2 kids. I hired her because i needed a babysitter for when i returned back to work. My oldest was 3 and my youngest 7 months.Shes a hard worker very interactive with the children and a very nice person. She had no issues with...
Ashley G.
5.0
(1)
I'm 22 years of age in college. I'm optimistic, ambitious,& passionate. I am Christian & I always try to think of a positive outcome. I'm driven to achieve my goals & fulfill my accomplishments. I care for others as I care for myself with respect. I'm Christian and I go to Friday & Sunday church services. I have my CPR- first...
Teasya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very courteous and kind, respectful young lady who is very hard working"
Diego C.
Izabela D.
Buchanan, NY
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm a mom of two wonderful boys and an infant baby girl with 9+ years of experience babysitting. I worked at elementary school for last 4 + years ( special ed). I'm home with baby and I'm looking for babysitting job from home. I absolutely love children, working with them is so rewarding. I came here from Poland 15 years ago,...
Izabela can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"Izabela is a kind, caring person, the mother of 2 boys and animal lover. My daughter loves her a lot and always cannot wait to see her again."
Katarzyna M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I feel a Nanny or Caregiver should be trustworthy, lovable, and devote their babysitting hours not sitting around but being active with the children. Nannies help develop the child's growth and potential.
I have been a Nanny for many babies and children of all ages over the years.
I have years of experience with all ages.
I do...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dawn took care of our daughter from 3 months to 14 months. They developed such a special relationship and helped her to learn so much. She is reliable and dependable and will care for your child as if they were her own."
Sarina C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madison! I am a 24-year-old recent graduate from Manhattan College. I live in Ossining, NY and have been providing childcare for 8 years.
I've had the pleasure of working with many families, both on and off care. com, as well as caring for my two younger siblings. Each family has had varying needs, allowing me to gain...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is awesome with my kids. We have used her for the past 3 years, maybe more and she has been nothing but punctual, responsible, caring and respectful to everyone. Not a bad word to say about Madison. "
Adam R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Christina. I am 22 years old with my associates degree in paralegal studies! I currently live in Mahopac and I have been working with children since I was 13. I have also worked as a pre-school teacher for almost a year as well as an after school program! I have a valid drivers license with a reliable car...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"A very sweet, caring, and flexible young woman"
Renee F.
Juliana N.
Yorktown Heights, NY
$20-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Available Before School 6am-10am Weekdays / After School After 5pm
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Juliana! I'm 25 years old. I have many years of experience work with children in both a teacher/student setting as well as a nanny setting. I am fun-loving who does not smoke and I have my own car! I am also a photographer part-time, I run my own business on the side.
My hours are flexible after 10 a.m....
Juliana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have been using Juliana for child care since my son met her as a counselor at camp. My son often requests for us to go out just so that he can have Juliana watch him. Juliana is engaging with our son and is responsive when we reach out to her for scheduled...
Susan S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Binghamton University with a bachelor's in psychology. I have quite a bit of knowledge about childhood development. I have been looking after children since high school. I am fun, I try to be pretty creative. I love arts and crafts, and playing outside when the weather permits. Staying active is really what a...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"She watches my Son! Who is 4 years old Shes great with kids and reliable and i would recommend to anyone who wants to hire her!. She's a great women."
Dave L.
Nicole J.
Stony Point, NY
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nicole, I'm 24 years old. I love children so I went to a Ctech program in Goshen NY for 2 years. I love to work with children ages new born to age 10. I specialize with 3-year-old's due to the program I was in working hands on with ages 3 and 4. But I also love children of all ages. I recently was working at a...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
4.0
"I hired Nicole to watch my 2 month daughter along with my 3 year old sister. Nicole was great at calming the children when fussy or when my sister would fall. Also she was always willing to help clean and cook while my mother was sick. She is great at directions...
Josh H.
Liliana R.
Amawalk, NY
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of children with few months of age to 10-year-olds for more than 8 years. I always enjoyed being with children, supervising them, working with them, helping them and most I importantly, giving them the love and care that they deserve is a qualification that I naturally have. I'm responsible, hardworking and...
5.0
"Lili has been caring for our 17 month old once a week for 6 months and she is absolutely wonderful. Lili has a kind and gentle nature which puts children (and nervous moms!) at ease. It is easy to see that she genuinely loves children. She is great with our...
Nora P.
Debra C.
Ossining, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a caring and experienced caregiver? Look no further!
I've spent over 15 years nurturing and enriching the lives of children aged newborn to 14. My journey began as a nanny, where I fostered trusting relationships with over 20 families. I'm passionate about child development and hold certifications in CPR, First Aid,...
Debra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Debra continues to be an asset to our family. She is caring and patient with my children. She actively engages the kids in conversation about their interests and challenges them to learn and grow. I have met very few people in my life who can give children space to...
Danielle G.
Ally M.
Cortlandt Manor, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And College Graduate Available On Some Weeknights & Weekends.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ally! I have 8 years babysitting children ages newborn - 6 years old and tutoring students ages 12-18 years old. I am a college graduate from Hunter College; I majored in Italian Language and Civilization with a minor in adolescent education grades 6-12. I aspire to become a professor in the future. Additionally, in...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Ally took care of my 1.5 yr old daughter twice (or more!) for a little over seven months until our care needs changed. She is dependable, responsible, caring, and quickly became part of our family. Our daughter loves her and enjoyed crafting, reading and outdoor...
Abigail G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Peekskill, NY
Caitlin W.
5.0
Caitlin was wonderful. Our little one was so excited to spend time with her and can't wait to do it again. We will definitely contact her again in the future.
- Courtney D.
Emily L.
5.0
Emily took care of my two girls (elementary school age) after school for more than 8 months, until our family needs changed recently.
She drives kids around, does kids laundry, tidies up kids room and play area, prepares kids meal, and helps with kids bath time.
The girls especially enjoyed...
- Hui W.
Lily T.
5.0
Lily is reliable and punctual. She did the morning drop off for my daughter for 2 weeks (she helped cover the gap when the regular sitter left unexpectedly). She was also able to accommodate us and drive my son to his school at a day's notice. She is honest and mindful of her other commitments. If...
- Maria I.
Jasmin M.
5.0
Jasmine is very sweet, gentle and fun! My children were always fed, happy, took baths, and were in bed, when I arrived home. She always arrived on time, and has always been available when I needed her. She allowed me to go out, stress free...knowing my children were safe, happy and comfortable....
- Teresa M.
Keyla M.
4.0
Keyla is a very nice, dependable person. She was hired to watch my four children, ages 4 & 7. She was kind with them and responsible. She came in the mornings and dropped them to their programs. The kids just didn't find her engaging. But this was said after they met their 2nd sitter...who does...
- Abella G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Peekskill, NY:
How can I find a Peekskill babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Peekskill, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 22 babysitters in Peekskill, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Peekskill, NY?
The average rate for Peekskill, NY babysitters on Care.com is $21.41 per hour as of January 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Peekskill, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Peekskill, NY through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Peekskill, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Babysitters in Peekskill, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.